The Gingerbread House Nursery

The Gingerbread House Nursery The Gingerbread House
Open Monday to Friday
8am - 6pm
6months to 5 years They will be nurtured, valued and encouraged throughout their time with us.

We at The Gingerbread House recognise that your child is your most precious gift in the world, and of course you will do anything to give them the best start in life. We know that when you leave your child for the day you want complete peace of mind knowing your child is safe, with loving and caring staff that will treat your child as an individual. We know that with good quality care and education in their formative years, your child will achieve a better outcome at the end of their first school years at our nursery. Here at The Gingerbread House we promise that your child will be treated as if they are our own. We go a long way to ensure we are constantly monitoring and improving our quality of care to ensure your child is safe and happy within the nursery. Your child will be given a keyperson who will work in partnership with you throughout their time at The Gingerbread House. All staff have an enhanced DBS check.

Starting nursery can feel like a big step, for children and for parents. 💛A calm routine, familiar faces and gentle enco...
03/10/2026

Starting nursery can feel like a big step, for children and for parents. 💛

A calm routine, familiar faces and gentle encouragement can help little ones feel safe enough to explore, join in and enjoy their day. Over time, those small moments of reassurance can grow into confidence, independence and happy nursery memories.

Book a visit to explore the nursery setting in person: https://joyfultots.co.uk/book-a-visit-gingerbread-house/

Music brings a lovely energy into the nursery day and gives children another way to connect, join in and express themsel...
01/10/2026

Music brings a lovely energy into the nursery day and gives children another way to connect, join in and express themselves. 🎶

Simple songs, actions, rhythm games and movement can help children listen carefully, remember patterns, build confidence and enjoy learning together. These moments also support language, coordination and social confidence, especially when children are singing, clapping or moving as part of a group.

Check out our website to learn more: https://joyfultots.co.uk/gingerbread-house/

🍍🍓🍇Fruit Salad🍇🍓🍍Our baby bakers had a blast yesterday creating a delicious tropical fruit salad! 😋The babies explored t...
01/10/2026

🍍🍓🍇Fruit Salad🍇🍓🍍
Our baby bakers had a blast yesterday creating a delicious tropical fruit salad! 😋

The babies explored the colours, smells and textures of the different fruits, before helping to chop the fruits using fun shaped cutters and child-safe knives. We prepared the fruit salad, discussing the yummy flavours, exotic smells and wonderful health benefits.

The children had such a sense of pride as they ate their fruit salad for pudding after lunch, knowing they were involved with the preparation process!

🎃🥕Where Does Our Food Come From?🥕🎃The Ladybirds have been exploring an outdoor gardening tray inspired by autumn, harves...
30/09/2026

🎃🥕Where Does Our Food Come From?🥕🎃
The Ladybirds have been exploring an outdoor gardening tray inspired by autumn, harvest and delicious veggies!😋

The children raked the soil, sowed the seeds and harvested the carrots and pumpkins, all whilst exploring the sensory feedback of the different textures!

Alphabet HuntThis week, children have the chance to reinforce their alphabet recognition through an engaging activities....
30/09/2026

Alphabet Hunt
This week, children have the chance to reinforce their alphabet recognition through an engaging activities. They performed excellently, often exclaiming with excitement when they discovered letters that begin with their names.

An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away!This week, one of our focuses is on maintaining a healthy body and exploring ways t...
30/09/2026

An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away!
This week, one of our focuses is on maintaining a healthy body and exploring ways to stay well this season. For our cooking activity, we decided to prepare a fruit salad and discuss the invaluable vitamins found in fruits that support our immune systems. The children had the opportunity to examine fruits like pineapple and mango in their natural state, complete with their skins. They described the pineapple as rough to the touch, while they found the mango slippery and noted that its stone was hard. The children also enjoyed peeling bananas and mandarins and chopping them up. And voila! It was perfectly timed for their afternoon snack! 😋

🌈🎨🍓Fruits and Veggies!🥕🎨🌈The Ladybirds have engaged in a colour sorting activity today with our collection of sensory fr...
29/09/2026

🌈🎨🍓Fruits and Veggies!🥕🎨🌈
The Ladybirds have engaged in a colour sorting activity today with our collection of sensory fruits and veggies!

There was lots of smiles as we explored the different sounds of the sensory toys, some squeaked, some jingled and some crinkled! We then mixed up all of the fruits and vegetables and had a go at matching them to the coloured segments!

It was lovely to hear the children use their ever expanding vocabulary, with the different colours, names of fruits and names of vegetables and even multiple words put together, such as "a sweet potato!"

Every age and stage brings something new to celebrate. 🌱Some children are just beginning to explore the world around the...
26/09/2026

Every age and stage brings something new to celebrate. 🌱

Some children are just beginning to explore the world around them, while others are growing in independence, friendships and confidence every day. Having age-appropriate spaces means little ones can enjoy activities, routines and support that feel right for where they are now, while gently preparing them for what comes next.

What stage is your child in at the moment: busy explorer, confident talker or little independent learner? Tell us below. 👇

Check out our website to learn more: https://joyfultots.co.uk/gingerbread-house/

🌰🍎park fun day 🍂🍁We had a wonderful time on our autumnal walk to the park! As we made our way there, the children were e...
26/09/2026

🌰🍎park fun day 🍂🍁

We had a wonderful time on our autumnal walk to the park! As we made our way there, the children were excited to spot a variety of berries, leaves in beautiful shades, interesting sticks, and even different vehicles passing by. One of their favourite discoveries was a moped adorned with mirrors reflecting all sorts of colours.

Once we arrived at the park, the fun continued! The children delighted in going down the slide and swinging high on the swings. It was such a joy to see them giggle when we, the adults, joined in on the slides with them. Those shared moments of laughter really brought everyone closer together.

After all the play, we enjoyed some healthy snacks in the lovely park surroundings, creating lovely little memories. We then wrapped up our adventure and made our way back to the nursery just in time for tea. It was a lovely day filled with exploration, laughter, and a deeper connection with nature and each other.

🏠🏘️Here's Our Home🛖🏡The children in the Ladybirds Room have spent some time exploring different homes around the world, ...
25/09/2026

🏠🏘️Here's Our Home🛖🏡
The children in the Ladybirds Room have spent some time exploring different homes around the world, introducing them to the idea that different parts of the world might look different to what they are used to. This helps to promote the children's tolerance and understanding, encouraging them to embrace differences and be curious about the world around them!

The children looked at the different pages, exploring homes from Brazil, India and Mexico, before having a go at building their own homes with blocks and natural resources.

Address

Centenary Hall, Wheelers Lane, Smallfield
Horley
RH69PT

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 6pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 6pm
Thursday 7:30am - 6pm
Friday 7:30am - 6pm

Telephone

+441342393786

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